Wildland Fire Crew Member

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January 30, 2026 (17 days left to apply) job requisition :
R-9456

The Wildland Fire Crew Member (SO) is responsible for assisting the Fuels Crew Module Lead or Engine Module Lead in implementing fuel management projects and responding to emergency incidents. Performs fuels management activities including, but not limited to, creating defensible spaces and shaded fuel breaks on private and public property and implementing prescribed fire projects. Wildland Fire Crew Member will operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.

Performs professional level wildland fuels management projects for both wildland fire safety and forest health.
** Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
** 01/29/26
** Division:
** Sheriff Support Services Division
** Management Level:
** Individual Contributor
** Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

** 40
* * Benefit Eligibility:
** This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
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* Description:

**** Please Apply by:
January 30, 2026
**** Starting Pay $25.19
**** Top out Pay After Years of Service: $37.78
**** DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:
** Jefferson County Sheriff's Office may require sworn and non-sworn sheriff's office employees to submit to periodic, random, and unannounced drug testing.
* Hiking on rigorous terrain to establish project perimeters, marking trees and locating access points. Using chainsaws, log chokers, chains, ropes and a variety of hand tools to conduct fuels management operations. Operating, transporting, maintaining and troubleshooting machinery including, but not limited to skid steer, wood chipper, trailers and Type 6 engine.  Actively engaged in risk mitigation and prescribed fire project work.
* Hiking on rigorous terrain to scout fires, safety zones, escape routes, hazards and establish fire line locations. Using chainsaws, hand tools for establishing control lines. Driving, inspecting, maintaining and troubleshooting fire engines and other heavy equipment. Inspecting, using and maintaining water pumps for use in suppression. Performing firing and burnout operations under supervision. Participating within the incident management level commensurate with complexity.
* Works as a skilled member of a fuels management or engine crew executing fuels management, fire suppression, monitoring, and post-fire activities.
* Other duties as assigned.

The incumbent must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, etc. as necessary.  Work may include all hazard and emergency response activities.

Required
* Ability to pass The Work Capacity Test (WCT-Pack Test) as a method for assessing an employee's fitness levels for fire qualifications. Arduous fitness (WCT-Pack Test) will consist of completing a three-mile hike, within 45 minutes, while carrying a 45-pound pack.

Required within 1 year of hire:
* National Wildland Fire Coordinating Group (NWCG): FFT2 and FAL3
* FEMA coursework including ICS-100, IS-700
* First Aid/CPR/AED/TCCCPreferred: FFT1, FAL2
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* Education:

** GED, High School Diploma
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* Experience:

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* Work Experience:

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** Enforcement & Protective Services### Employee Total Rewards and Benefits

A wide variety of great benefit opportunities helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle in balance with a generous leave & holiday schedule.

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